These courses prepare students for the world of work and is based on the Applied Studies Curriculum developed by the Virginia Department of Education. The school setting will be used to teach foundational skills that have a direct relationship with successful employment. These skills include punctuality, following directions, following rules and standards, effective workplace communication and social skills, job readiness skills (following schedules and multi-step directions, working independently, time management). Instruction will vary based on the student’s present levels of performance, IEP goals, and post secondary pathways. As students progress through high school and the competencies, the curriculum will include community based instruction and real world experiences.
Prerequisites
IEP